Planning Analyst, Exit (Inventory Management)

Job title: Planning Analyst, Exit (Inventory Management)

Company: Lululemon Athletica


Job description: Description & RequirementsWho we arelululemon is an innovative performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other athletic pursuits. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and functional design, we create transformational products and experiences that support people in moving, growing, connecting, and being well. We owe our success to our innovative product, emphasis on stores, commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we make in every community we’re in. As a company, we focus on creating positive change to build a healthier, thriving future. In particular, that includes creating an equitable, inclusive and growth-focused environment for our people.About this teamAs an Analyst, Planning and Inventory Management for our Exit channel, you oversee inventory management and movement for a specific portfolio of stores across APAC / China. The NSO team sets up inventory and owns inventory management for new stores. You bring an analytical product perspective into cross-functional work streams, managing inventory needs for NSO projects in a way that maximizes sales opportunities while keeping brand standards, capacity, and visual merchandising in mind.A day in the life:

• Communicate and coordinate product activities for openings and optimizations with cross-functional partners such as Store Planning, Planning, Retail Operations, DC’s and Logistics
• Set up core and seasonal inventory with the appropriate mix based on sales contribution, destination/fixture capacities, minimum presentations and inclusive sizing
• Analysis of inventory levels (vs unit capacity and cc targets) to ensure ideal stock builds based on sales plans
• Manage assortment and inventory parameters in Anaplan to build/adjust new store inventory packages
• Manage inventory levels post open; reacting to business and individual store needs in a timely and effective way
• Run reporting and analyse data as needed to share insights and take action to drive the business

Qualifications:

• Tertiary qualification, preferably in business or commerce
• This is an analytical role with lots of numbers, analytics, and systems – someone with a passion for these would thrive
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to design formulae that proactively validate outputs and reports
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Keen problem solving skills – ideally with a demonstrated confidence in creating new solutions
• Intermediate knowledge of MS Excel is essential (i.e. xlookup, pivot table)

Must haves:

• Acknowledges the presence of choice in every moment and takes personal responsibility for their life.
• Possesses an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovates to achieve great results.
• Communicates with honesty and kindness, and creates the space for others to do the same.
• Leads with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.
• Fosters connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.
• Integrates fun and joy as a way of being and working, aka doesn’t take themselves too seriously.

Beyond the Paycheck (Benefits & Perks)At lululemon, we care for and invest in the whole person – body, mind, spirit. Our total rewards program is designed to support you in achieving your goals and focus on the things you love. In addition to competitive base pay and a team-based bonus program, we also offer paid time off, generous employee discounts, fitness/yoga classes, parenthood top up program and personal and professional development programs.Note: availability of these benefits and perks may be subject to your location & employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements. The Company reserves the right to alter these benefits and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.#LI-GC1Learn more about what it’s like working for lululemon in our Asia-Pacific markets:Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted. Please accept our utmost appreciation for your interest. lululemon is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, creed, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions or any other classification protected by federal, state or provincial and local laws and ordinances. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request. This Equal Employment Opportunity policy applies to all practices relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, discipline, transfer, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment. While management is primarily responsible for seeing that lululemon equal employment opportunity policies are implemented, you share in the responsibility for assuring that, by your personal actions, the policies are effective.lululemon is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you would like someone from our team to contact you for individualized support, email us at . In your email, please include the position title, the location of the position and the nature of your request.

Expected salary:

Location: Hong Kong

Job date: Fri, 07 Feb 2025 05:26:08 GMT

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